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The Benefits Of Getting Your Boiler Serviced

December 15, 2017

It is incredibly easy to forget about your boiler until it breaks
down. In order to avoid the sudden shock of a breakdown and lets face it, most boilers
breakdown during the winter when they’re most needed, it is recommended that
you get your boiler regularly serviced; almost all manufacturers and heating
engineers recommend at least once per year. There are lots of benefits, as
we’ve discussed below…

Reduce
boiler breakdown/running costs

You can save money on two accounts.

First, you can save money on your boilers running costs.
Heating engineers can check to see if there is any fuel wastage throughout the
route of the system. If so, we can make small changes to make sure that you are
getting the results that your money is paying for and ensure that your boiler
is operating at its optimum running efficiency– saving you money in the
long-term.

Second, you can reduce the need for an expensive boiler
repair. It’s always best to mitigate problems early on before they become
deeper, much more expensive problems in the future. Also, not to forget, should
the boiler become irreparable and in need of a replacement, you’ll likely be
without one for a short while, leaving you with a cold home in the meantime.
Avoid this risk by booking in a boiler service.

Maintain
the guarantee

Most manufacturers offer a complimentary extended guarantee
with their boilers straight after installation, although the length of the guarantee
often depends on a) the type of boiler and b) the installer.
For instance, as a Baxi Approved installer, we can offer up to a 10-year
guarantee on a large number of Baxi boilers that we install, covering you for
both parts and labour for complete peace of mind. However, Baxi and most other
manufacturers also state that the boiler must be serviced at least once per
year in order to benefit from their no-catch guarantee.

Safety
is paramount

In 2013, the UK Department of Health found that over 4,000
people were treated for carbon monoxide poisoning, where most of these
treatments were required as a result of faulty central heating systems. Avoid
this potentially very dangerous risk and get your boiler serviced. After all,
your own safety is of our utmost concern.

Are
you a landlord? Stay within the law

If you are a landlord of any letting property, from a
two-bedroom house in Ripley to a caravan site in Nottingham, you are
responsible for the safety of your tenants. As such, you are legally required
to ensure that all gas fittings and gas-enabled appliances are checked with
regards to their safety and appropriateness. The perk? Stay within the confines
of the law and avoid the risk of a huge fine, surely that’s worthwhile?

If you are in need of a boiler service and are located near
Ripley or the surrounding areas of Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire, please do not
hesitate to get in touch. You can request a quote through the contact form on
our website or you can give us a call on 07817 855739. We’ll
look forward to hearing from you soon.